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Franklin 8 Speed 8 Speed Step Through Bicycle | Franklin Eight City Cruiser
Franklin 8 Speed 8 Speed Step Through Bicycle | Franklin Eight City Cruiser

Franklin 8 Speed

Regular price€899,00
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Our ultra stylish, ultra utilitarian step-through.
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Comfortable, Reliable, and Stylish

Our essential city bike is a fan favorite for getting around town without working up a sweat. Stylish and utilitarian, the Franklin 8 enables riders of all stripes to simply hop on and go. The step-through frame and color-matched fenders ensure easy riding sans wardrobe restrictions, while the lightweight design makes for smooth travel from brunch, to the office, and everywhere in between. With a wide range 8-speed drivetrain and puncture-resistant tires allowing you to conquer varied terrain, this bike is as versatile as it is stylish.

  • External 8-speed. Also available in a 3-speed internal
  • Relaxed and upright geometry
  • Mounting points for carriers

FRAME

Frame: Lightweight Steel frame, rear carrier & down tube braze-ons

Fork: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. custom steel; front carrier braze-ons

DRIVETRAIN

Front Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H

Rear Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H

Shifter: 8-Speed Twist-Shifter

Derailleur: Shimano 8-Speed

Pedals: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Alloy City Pedals

Bottom Bracket: Square-taper BSA English threaded-cartridge bottom bracket with sealed bearings

Crank: 3-piece alloy with replaceable chain ring & integrated chain guard

Chain: KMC Heavy Duty

WHEELS

Tires: M - Puncture resistant 26 x 1 3/8” Tires, L - Puncture resistant 700cx35 Tires

Rims: Double-Walled Alloy, 32H with CNC Machined Brake Surface

Spokes: 14G stainless steel

COMPONENTS

Saddle: Selle Royal Vegan Leather Comfort Saddle

Seat Post: Alloy with integrated seat clamp and micro-adjust

Handlebar: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom relaxed ride alloy handlebars & 180mm alloy stem

Headset: 1” Threaded Alloy, Semi-sealed with weather-seal ring

Grips: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom Vegan Leather Comfort Grips

Front & Rear Brakes: Tektro Dual-Pivot Caliper with Tektro Alloy Hand Lever

OTHER INFORMATION

Extras: Heavy-duty alloy center-mount kickstand

Weight: 31-33 lbs


NOTE: Due to changes in the availability of components, specs are subject to change without prior notice

Great question, and one we are asked often. You may have noticed that the Franklin 8 and the Franklin 3 are the same price-- this isn't a mistake! The Franklin 8 features a 1x8 drivetrain with an external derailleur (hello, wider gearing range), while the Franklin 3 features a 3-speed internally geared rear hub (hello, super low-maintenance). There's a trade-off between the two, but the better choice will truly depend upon your use case. The Willow 7 is a beast of its own and features an internally geared 7-speed rear hub, hydraulic disc brakes, and an aluminum frame. You can read more about the similarities and differences here.

Absolutely! Step-through models are well suited for carrying cargo because they're so easy to mount without having to throw your leg over a top tube. This makes mounting a rear child seat a breeze. NOTE: We always recommend using the rear carrier from the child seat manufacturer as it will have been tested for load capacity.

FRAME

Frame: Lightweight Steel frame, rear carrier & down tube braze-ons

Fork: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. custom steel; front carrier braze-ons

DRIVETRAIN

Front Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H

Rear Hub: Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H

Shifter: 8-Speed Twist-Shifter

Derailleur: Shimano 8-Speed

Pedals: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Alloy City Pedals

Bottom Bracket: Square-taper BSA English threaded-cartridge bottom bracket with sealed bearings

Crank: 3-piece alloy with replaceable chain ring & integrated chain guard

Chain: KMC Heavy Duty

WHEELS

Tires: M - Puncture resistant 26 x 1 3/8” Tires, L - Puncture resistant 700cx35 Tires

Rims: Double-Walled Alloy, 32H with CNC Machined Brake Surface

Spokes: 14G stainless steel

COMPONENTS

Saddle: Selle Royal Vegan Leather Comfort Saddle

Seat Post: Alloy with integrated seat clamp and micro-adjust

Handlebar: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom relaxed ride alloy handlebars & 180mm alloy stem

Headset: 1” Threaded Alloy, Semi-sealed with weather-seal ring

Grips: Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom Vegan Leather Comfort Grips

Front & Rear Brakes: Tektro Dual-Pivot Caliper with Tektro Alloy Hand Lever

OTHER INFORMATION

Extras: Heavy-duty alloy center-mount kickstand

Weight: 31-33 lbs


NOTE: Due to changes in the availability of components, specs are subject to change without prior notice

Widerange Shimano 8-Speed Drivetrain

For reliability and easy climbing in hilly areas

Lightweight Step-Through Frame

For an easy mounting ride with no wardrobe restrictions

Puncture-Resistant Tires

For all terrain, worry-free riding

Mounts Galore

For endless accessorizing from front baskets to rear racks

The step-through geometry of the Franklin lets you hop on and off your bike with ease. No more awkward leaning or stretches to get on your bike. Just step right through, and off you go.

PRESS

The Best Overall Commuter Bike

"The step-through frame makes mounting your bike effortless regardless of what you're wearing."

Best Bike for Beginning Commuters

"Most commutes involve hills or bridges, so a multiple-gear style is better for regular commuting."

Easy to Buy, Exceptional Service

"By all accounts, buying a Brooklyn online is a pleasant experience."

  • Professional Assembly Included On EVERY Bike

    We'll arrange to have your bike shipped to a local shop for professional assembly - completely free of charge to you, saving you up to an extra $150 fee with other companies.

  • Industry-leading Customer Service

    We're a small team that's passionate about one thing: getting people riding on their dream bike. And we have over 1,000 five star reviews to prove it. We're always available to chat if you have any questions along the way.

  • Lifetime Warranty on your Frame and Fork

    Every one of our bicycles come with a lifetime warranty on its frame and fork, providing peace of mind and security.

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